House of the Dragon
House of the Dragon is a prequel to HBO’s long-running hit series Game of Thrones. The show follows the reign of House Targaryen and is set 200 years before the events of GoT. The series is based on George R.R. Martin’s novel Fire and Blood.
Network: HBO / HBO Max
First Episode Date: August 21, 2022
Cast:
- Emma D'Arcy (Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen)
- Paddy Considine (King Viserys Targaryen)
- Matt Smith (Prince Daemon Targaryen)
- Rhys Ifans (Otto Hightower)
- Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon)
- Eve Best (Princess Rhaenys Velaryon)
- Sonoya Mizuno (Mysaria)
- Fabien Frankel (Ser Criston Cole)
Where to Watch: HBO / HBO Max
Latest House of the Dragon News and Updates
George R.R. Martin May Have Revealed a Major 'Game of Thrones' Movie Update
"Don't want to jinx it."
George R.R. Martin Has Some Bones to Pick With 'House of the Dragon' Season 2
The 'Game of Thrones' author is not thrilled with one change the show made.
'House of the Dragon' Fans Think They Spotted the Night King in Daemon's Vision
The Night King in 'Game of Thrones' was portrayed by two different actors.
Otto Hightower Made a Surprising Appearance in the 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Finale (SPOILERS)
Otto Hightower's fate is taking a dramatic turn different than seen in 'Fire & Blood.'
Rhaena's Self-Imposed Mission in the Season 2 'HotD' Finale Has Big Consequences for Season 3
Rhaena is going to play a much bigger role in Season 3 of 'House of the Dragon.'
Sharp Point Was Faithful to the Targaryens at Dragonstone on 'House of the Dragon'
Aemond burned down Sharp Point after he fled from Dragonstone.
Ulf the White Is an Important Player in the Dance of the Dragons — 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
Silverwing's newest rider will play a key role in the Dance of the Dragons.
Balerion Was the Largest Targaryen Dragon and He (Sort of) Had an Appearance on 'GOT'
Vhagar is the only dragon to come close to Balerion's size.
Hugh the Hammer May Not Be the Blacks' Savior — 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
Hugh the Hammer has bigger dreams than just being a pawn in the Dance of the Dragons.
Hugh Hammer's Mother Was a Pure-Blooded Targaryen Named Saera Targaryen
Hugh Hammer's mother is actually Viserys and Daemon's aunt.
Here's Why Seasmoke Chose Addam of Hull as His Rider (SPOILERS)
Addam and Alyn's connection to Corlys make them crucial characters this season.
You Probably Missed This Key Detail in Aemond's Exchange With Aegon in 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
Aemond's gift to Aegon as he recovers may hold a secret meaning.
Alyn of Hull Is More Than Just the Man Who Saved Corlys Velaryon in 'House of the Dragon'
Rhaenys commented to Alyn about how beautiful his mother must have been before she died in Episode 4.
Jacaeyrs's Fate Is Already Sealed in 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
The Battle of the Gullet was the bloodiest in Westeros history -- and is where Jace meets his fate.
These Dragons Can Turn the Tide in the Dance of the Dragons (SPOILERS)
At least one of these dragons will get a new rider as the Dance of the Dragons continues.
Explaining That Confusing 'House of the Dragon' Scene Between Daemon And His Mom (SPOILERS)
Daemon shares an intimate moment with his mother in one of his hallucinations.
Ser Criston Cole's Fate Is Already Sealed in 'House of the Dragon'
Ser Criston Cole's death is inevitable in 'House of the Dragon' — but it won't happen soon.
Here's What Alicent Hightower's Use of Moon Tea on 'House of the Dragon' Means
Alicent is not the first character with reason to use the substance.
Is [SPOILER] Really Dead in 'House of the Dragon'?
Aegon's fall at the Battle of Rook's Rest happens after Aemond's betrayal -- but is he really dead?
There May Be a Good Reason Alicent Feels Guilty in 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
Alicent feels some immense guilt in 'House of the Dragon,' but there's one thing that could be triggering her guilt.
[SPOILER] Meets an Early End Midway Through Season 2 of 'House of the Dragon'
Rhaenys Targaryen was known as the "Queen Who Never Was" for a reason -- and Season 2 of 'HotD' explores her death.
What Was Really in the Cup Alys Rivers Gave Daemon in 'House of the Dragon'? (SPOILERS)
Daemon Targaryen is seeing things in 'House of the Dragon' -- but is that Alys Rivers' fault?
Harrenhal Has Traded Hands For Generations — Here's What to Know About it in 'House of the Dragon'
Harrenhal has a history that's led to its reputation of being haunted — but what happened before Daemon walked in?
This Small Character in 'House of the Dragon' Will Be a Key Player Later On
Alys Rivers has already conveyed a chilling message in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2.
'Fire & Blood' Fans Are Ready for Bloody Ben Blackwood on 'House of the Dragon'
The Brackens and the Blackwoods are backing different Targaryens.
A Breakdown of What Really Happened During the Battle of the Burning Mill in 'House of the Dragon'
The Battle of the Burning Mill sees tensions rising between allied forces, but what actually happens during the fight?
Criston Cole's Choice to [SPOILER] Could Have Dire Repercussions in 'House of the Dragon'
“I don't think it's because [Rhaenyra] says she won't go away with him,” Fabien Frankel said of the sene.Ser Criston Cole's Hatred of Rhaenyra Is Personal in 'House of the Dragon'
Their love affair ended on a sour now — and now the knight has ordered to have her killed.
[SPOILER'S] Death in 'House of the Dragon' was a Humanizing Moment
"You get to see the real human side of him pierce through," Elliott Tittensor said of the scene.
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Sees the White Worm Become a Key Player (SPOILERS)
Mysaria may have helped Aegon take the throne, but it seems that her alliances may change in Season 2.
'House of the Dragon' Viewers Are Worried About the Dog — Here's What Happens to Him
“Let’s just chill about the dog! We were best pals. No canines were launched in anger. Rats, however…” Cheese's actor said.
Aegon Had the Rat Catchers Killed in 'House of the Dragon' For This Reason (SPOILERS)
The rat catchers were a casualty of the Dance of the Dragons on Season 2 of 'House of the Dragon.'
Blood and Cheese Are Key Players in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 (SPOILERS)
Blood and Cheese aren't named in 'House of the Dragon' — but they're particularly important characters.
Let's Break Down Exactly When 'House of the Dragon' Is Set Before 'Game of Thrones'
Wait, so when exactly is 'House of the Dragon' set before the events of 'Game of Thrones'? We've got the timeline breakdown for you here.
'House of the Dragon': Unveiling the Mystery Behind the Small Council's Stone Balls
According to 'House of the Dragon' set decorator Claire Nie Richards, the stone balls represent "the council coming in and being part of the meeting."
The Dragons of 'House of the Dragon' — Ranked From Smallest to Biggest
Even the smallest dragons are incredibly fierce in HBO's 'House of the Dragon' — but we've ranked them by size anyway.
Season 3 of 'House of the Dragon' Is Already Being Prepped
George R.R. Martin knows how long it'll take to tell the Dance of the Dragons — but it looks like it may be shorter.
When Will 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Air? Fans Are Dying for More
Ahead of the second episode of 'House of the Dragon,' HBO officially announced that the acclaimed prequel series will return for a Season 2.
Prince Daemon Summons [SPOILER] in the 'House of the Dragon' Season Finale
In the Season 1 finale of 'House of the Dragon,' viewers meet the bronze dragon known as Vermithor. With that said, many are wondering who rides him.
Daemon Attempts to Coax a Dragon With Song — His Success Could Make or Break the War
What dragon was Daemon singing to in the ‘House of the Dragon’ finale? Daemon does his best to get more dragons on the side of the blacks.
[SPOILER]'s Death in 'House of the Dragon' May Be an Accident, but It Really Happens
Lucerys Velaryon’s death in the ‘House of the Dragon’ finale is unclear. Did Aemond actually want to kill Lucerys and why didn’t his dragon listen?
Whose Crown Did Rhaenyra Wear During Her Crowning in 'House of the Dragon'?
Rhaenyra is crowned queen in the 'House of the Dragon' finale, but what Targaryen crown is she wearing during this sequence of the episode?
Team Black Needs Support From House Velaryon in the 'House of the Dragon' Season Finale (SPOILERS)
Rhaenys doesn't bend the knee in the 'House of the Dragon' season finale, but her family is aligned with Rhaenyra, so why doesn't she pledge loyalty?
There's a Wild 'House of the Dragon' Fan Theory About Aemond and Helaena
Is Aemond the real father of Helaena's kids in 'House of the Dragon'? Some fans think it's possible and that not everything in 'Fire & Blood' is accurate.
Wait, Whose House Was Burning in 'House of the Dragon' Episode 9?
A burning house in 'House of the Dragon' Episode 9 served as an ominous foreboding sign of what was to come. Whose house did it belong to though?
Of Course There Are Memes About the Foot Scene in 'House of the Dragon'
Looking for memes based on the foot scene from 'House of the Dragon'? The penultimate episode for Season 1 showed off an explicit fetish scene.
King Aegon's Reign Ushers In a Dark Period on 'House of the Dragon'
Did King Viserys really want Aegon to be king in 'House of the Dragon'? His reign may be short-lived as the Dance of Dragons begins.
[SPOILER] Notably Does Not Have a Funeral in 'House of the Dragon' — Here's Why
Why didn’t Viserys have a funeral in ‘House of the Dragon’? And what were Viserys’s last words? Alicent thinks Viserys wants her son Aegon to be king.
Mysaria's Accent Is a Source of Fan Confusion in 'House of the Dragon'
Sonoya Mizuno's portrayal of Mysaria in 'House of the Dragon' is drawing questions from fans over her accent. What accent does Sonoya use on the show?
Rhaenys Made a Questionable Choice in 'House of the Dragon' (SPOILERS)
Why didn’t Rhaenys kill Alicent and Aegon? In ‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 9, Rhaenys refrains from killing Alicent Hightower and Aegon II.
